Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 66 of 66 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
22 complaint records1 crash report
"I was driving on a highway at 65 miles per hour, it was a rental car and the car automatically short stopped by itself and i was unable to move it. the dashboard lights looked like they were blinking and then my car was hit from behind..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
21 complaint records
"WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT OR STOPPED, THE ENGINE SURGES/JUMPS THE CAR FORWARD. YOU NEED TO LEAVE MORE SPACE TO NOT HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU. THIS OCCURS IN BOTH CASES (EMISSIONS MODE AND NON EMISSIONS MODE). *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Steering
11 complaint records1 crash report
"The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V590000 (Steering); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse steering parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V590000 | Steering | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. | Normally free |
| 20V786000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q3 vehicles. The brake pedal plate can bend or detach under the pressure applied during sudden stopping. | Normally free |
| 20V644000 | Seats | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2020 Audi Q3 vehicle. The driver's seat frame may have incorrectly been bolted to the seat rail. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026439 2026-09-11 | Steering | 44,303 | Issue: On certain vehicles, one of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe could corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing could break and cause a loss of steering control. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWA 24-04 May 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Forward Collision Avoidance | Diagnosed and confirmed malfunction of the vehicle’s AEB system that resulted from failure or malfunction of the AEB system’s control unit, camera(s), LIDAR, and/or sensor(s) which enable automatic emergency braking functionality. |
| TSB_2052680_2 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer. | |
| TSB_2083409_1 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded. | |
| TSB_2020552_15 Sep 2026 | Visibility/Wiper | This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning. | |
| TSB_2074846_5 Sep 2026 | Steering | This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSB_2068573_6 Sep 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, rear parking sensor loose, rear parking sensor fault message. | |
| TSB_2078648_4 Sep 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel. | |
| TSB_2030471_9 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped. | |
| SM 39-2026 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | |
| TSB_2051095_12 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides infomraiton abou the Audi frequency analysis application, which is available in the App Store for Android and Apple phones. | |
| TSB_2068999_5 Sep 2026 | Structure | This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases. | |
| TSB_2079214_4 Sep 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information regarding fault finding and repair information for electric tailgate. | |
| TSB_2082976_2 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect. | |
| TSB_2074436_3 Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor. | |
| TSB_2068629_3 Aug 2026 | Suspension | This bulletin provides informaiotn when there are rattling/grinding noises reported from the front end. | |
| TSB_2064681_6 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when there is an issue with wireless charging/wireless charging is not working. | |
| TSB_2067132_4 Aug 2026 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs. | |
| TSB_2068999_4 Aug 2026 | Structure | This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases. | |
| TSB_2069078_4 Aug 2026 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only). | |
| TSB_2069904_3 Aug 2026 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds. | |
| TSB_2074475_5 Aug 2026 | Steering | This bulletin provides service information when DTC U0101000 is logged, lost communication with the TCM in diagnostic address 23. | |
| TSB_2074843_3 Aug 2026 | Wheels | This bulletin provides information when there is a wheel/tire imbalance. | |
| TSB_2079696_2 Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | A particularly noticeable factor is the vibration of the air column in a tire. When a tire starts to vibrate because of the road contact, this can lead to cavity resonances inside the tire that are transmitted via the wheel rim and the running gear to the vehicle interior. | |
| TSB_2076945_2 Aug 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair. | |
| TSB_2072304_4 Aug 2026 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal. | |
| TSB_20741717_15 Aug 2026 | Visibility/Wiper | This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern. | |
| TSB_2075120_3 Aug 2026 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns. | |
| TSB_2079732_2 Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels. | |
| TSB_2082976_1 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect. | |
| TSB_2078648_3 Aug 2026 | Structure | This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel. | |
| TSB_2082846_1 Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00. | |
| TSB_2043424_20 Jul 2026 | Suspension | This bulletin provides information when there are creaking/squeakignnoises from the front end on uneven roads. | |
| TSB_2081573_4 Jul 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible. | |
| TSB_2061464_12 Jul 2026 | Suspension | This bulletin provides informaiotn regarding squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering. | |
| TSB_2078648_2 Jul 2026 | Structure | This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel. | |
| TSB_2073282_1 Jul 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on. | |
| TSB_2073747_4 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informatoinw hent here are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles inside of the housing. | |
| TSB_2081573_3 Jul 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible. | |
| TSB_2074640_3 Jun 2026 | Engine | This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000 km. | |
| TSB_2080373_2 Jun 2026 | Power Train | This bulletin provides information when there are uncomfortable gear shifts when shifting in higher gears. | |
| TSB_2079226_5 Jun 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking. | |
| TSB_2074729_3 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode. | |
| TSB_2059335_7 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster. | |
| TSB_2065960_6 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when the display of the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen. | |
| TSB_2064983_15 Jun 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when there are pixel faults on the virtual cockpit. | |
| TSB_2082323_1 Jun 2026 | Engine | This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring. | |
| TSB_2052680_6 Jun 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases where the airbag/seatbelt is deployed/not deployed; general accident information; and fire and overheat damage. | |
| TSB_2068573_5 Jun 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides informaoitn when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, is loose, or there is a rear parking sensor fault message. | |
| TSB_2073867_3 Jun 2026 | Engine | This bulletin provides information when DTC U140A00 Terminal 30 is stored in the ECM. | |
| TSB_2081573_2 Jun 2026 | Engine | This bulletin provides informatio when fuel pump/ sender, fuel tank level implausible, DTC B105A1A B103E29 Stored in 0017. | |
| AOS-26-25 May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV... | |
| TSB_2080517_4 May 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective. | |
| Q2_Audi closures May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Multiple campaign closues | |
| TSB_2067557_2 May 2026 | Visibility/Wiper | This bulletin provides informaiton when the windscreen/rear window washer pump is not working (B126101, B126113). | |
| TSB_2074808_4 May 2026 | Power Train | The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years | |
| TSB_2074721_3 May 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the backrest of the front seat. | |
| TSB_2022032_12 Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system. | |
| TSB_2079226_4 Apr 2026 | Structure | This bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking. | |
| TSB_2080517_3 Apr 2026 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective. | |
| TSB_2070568_6 Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool |
Showing 60 of 869 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive one straight highway stretch and one slow parking lot.Wander or a shimmy over bumps at speed, and heavy or dropped assist at low speed, are the two faces of this vehicle's steering cluster. A clunk on turn-in points at the linkage.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 2 warranty extensions for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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